What is the cheapest way to get from Merseburg to Bautzen?

The cheapest way to get from Merseburg to Bautzen is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merseburg to Bautzen?

The fastest way to get from Merseburg to Bautzen is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Merseburg and Bautzen?

No, there is no direct train from Merseburg to Bautzen. However, there are services departing from Merseburg, Zentrum and arriving at Bautzen via Bad Dürrenberg, Leipzig Hbf and Dresden-Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Merseburg to Bautzen?

The distance between Merseburg and Bautzen is 207 km. The road distance is 201.1 km.

How do I travel from Merseburg to Bautzen without a car?

The best way to get from Merseburg to Bautzen without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €30 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Merseburg to Bautzen?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Merseburg to Bautzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merseburg to Bautzen train from?

Merseburg to Bautzen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Where does the Merseburg to Bautzen train arrive?

Merseburg to Bautzen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Merseburg to Bautzen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merseburg to Bautzen is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Merseburg to Bautzen.

Where can I stay near Bautzen?

There are 502+ hotels available in Bautzen.

Merseburg to Bautzen - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Merseburg to Bautzen by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Bautzentrain Rb / ...
3h 27m
€34–136
Drive 201.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Merseburg to Bautzencar 201.1 km
1h 56m
€30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merseburg, ZOB to Leipzig, Angerbrücke/Straßenbahnhofbus 131
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Bautzen Bahnhoftrain Re1
3h 56m

Merseburg to Bautzen by tram and train

174Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.8 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Merseburg, Germany and Bautzen, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Merseburg, Zentrum to Bautzen via Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhof, Bad Dürrenberg, Leipzig Hbf, Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt, and Dresden-Neustadt in around 3h 27m.

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